The episode was a rare glimpse into the private life & the public dealings of #Mellon, 81, a reclusive #heir & #RailroadMagnate who has recently turned himself into a #political force [presumably a #FauxNews consumer]. He has surprised even political insiders w/the size of his contributions this year, throwing $75M behind #Trump’s attempt to return to the WH & an additional $25M toward #RFKJr’s independent presidential run, making him both candidates’ single largest benefactor.
#DarkMoney #USpol

A Pedigreed Rail #Magnate Is Pouring #Millions Into Electing #Trump

#TimothyMellon, reclusive #heir to a storied fortune, is spending tens of millions to elect Trump. Precisely what he wants in return is one of many curiosities surrounding him.

#Mellon, a #wealthy #banking heir & #RailroadMagnate, has reached the stratosphere of #American #political #influence doling out millions

#WeirdAF
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